Latest local news, weather, high school sports in the Rio Grande Valley

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The community of  Edcouch Elsa is getting ready for a hero’s welcome.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  Early voting is underway across the Valley and in Harlingen one of the most anticipated showdowns is between incumbent Chris Boswell and challenger Rick Morales.

Friday, March 22, 2013  If you're in the market for a brand new car or just want to help benefit your community, there is an awesome vent coming to Mission.

Thursday, March 21, 2013  A South Padre Island official was sentenced on Wednesday, two years after killing a Winter Texan on his motorcycle.

Saturday, March 16, 2013  Legislators are finally taking an interest in a bill that could help many veterans with a homestead tax break.

Thursday, March 14, 2013  Vietnam Veteran Tony Garcia doesn't let his disability stop him from making sure other vets who suffer from the same condition get the help they need.  His work is what fellow veteran Edward Saldivar wants to recognize on Pay it 4Ward.

Thursday, March 14, 2013  Hoping to increase import and export activity with Mexico, Cameron County leaders made a $6 million investment at the Veteran's International Bridge - the only bridge in the county that processes commercial traffic.

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  Border Patrol agents found a body floating in the Rio Grande River on Monday morning.

Saturday, February 23, 2013  Rio Grande City wrestler Lisa Gonzalez is the Valley's newest state champion, taking home the gold medal at 148 pounds from the UIL tournament in Austin. Minutes after winning the title, Lisa joined Action 4 Sports reporter Joe Bowling live during Action 4 News at 6pm. Lisa was one of 5 local wrestlers who came home with medals, the Valley's best ever showing in that sport.

Monday, February 04, 2013  The Cottonwood subdivision in Harlingen, is a typically quiet and peaceful retirement community.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Mariachi music from the Rio Grande Valley filled the Texas State Capitol on Thursday.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  A former at risk teen thanks an educator for helping shape him into the man he is today.

Friday, January 11, 2013  Donna ISD Superintendent Robert Loredo is now weighing in on a controversy Sharpie marker used on a student at a local middle school.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  A Donna mother claims a middle school principal “crossed the line” while taking disciplinary action against her son.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  The 113th Congress has been sworn in and now it's time for lawmakers to get down to business and find solutions to the problems our country is facing. This year, Rep. Filemon Vela is representing the newly created District 34 over on Capitol Hill.  The congressman joined Action 4 Sunrise on Thursday, Jan. 10 to discuss an array of topics.